In this episode of Portico’s Being Here podcast, Pastor Melissa Pohlman and Bishop Kevin Strickland reflect on what's meaningful about our time-honored traditions and how to reconcile our new practices with what we've left behind. They'll discuss ways to approach modern challenges with creativity and innovate in our work. Listen here.
Read MoreThe Texas-Louisiana Gulf Coast Synod, with support from Lutheran Disaster Response, is addressing immediate needs for those impacted by the storms. In Arabi, Gethsemane Lutheran Church-Chalmette is coordinating with other organizations to distribute food supplies and expects the need for its own food pantry to grow.
Read MoreWriter Tracy Williams is seeking a unique food pantry ministry, health and wellness ministry, or disability ministry to profile for Living Lutheran.
With a degree in nutrition and dietetics, Williams is an advocate for diversity and inclusion, especially for those living with disabilities. Tracy is also available for consultation in disability advocacy or nutrition education. Connect with Tracy at tracysplate.com.
Read MoreSince the start of the Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCA) in 1988, New Orleans has hosted the ELCA Youth Gathering and pre-events three different times. The city has a unique blend of history, culture and beautiful venues that are within walking distance of one another— making it a prime location for the 2024 Gathering.
Read MoreMark your calendar for Sunday, Sept. 11, when congregations of the ELCA will join together for “God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday, our annual day of service. Be sure to save the date and visit ELCA.org/DayofService for updates to resources.
Read MoreNews headlines have been particularly dire this spring, and the investment markets have responded with nerve-rattling volatility. A newly-updated page on myPortico gives context for the short- and long-term effects. And a new blog post by Portico Chief Investment Officer David Quello addresses how Portico is responding to Russian aggression in Ukraine.
Read MoreThe Courageous Leadership Series with ELCA Coaching is weekly on Wednesdays, 11am MST/PDT, noon MDT. Click here for log-in information.
On Wednesday, April 13, we welcome Deacon Tammy Devine. Join us for a rare opportunity -- permission -- to pause, listen to self, one another, and God. You will be invited to consider what might be getting in the way of Being Present to the PRESENCE.
Read MoreThe Installation service for Pastor John Maroni will be on Saturday, 5/14/2022 at 10am MST at Shepherd of the Desert in Sun City. Clergy are invited to vest, and the color of the day is white. Rev. Pat Reed will be preaching.
Read MoreThis week we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Lowell Nelson, who was ordained ten years ago on April 10.
Read MoreAlong with updates from the team, in this update we share photos from Bishop Hutterer’s visit to preach at Emmanuel Sudanese in Glendale, where she recognized Solomon Kuch as the congregation leader.
Read MorePhLY (Phoenix Lutheran Youth High School Ministry) invites all Grand Canyon Synod High School Youth (current 8th - 12th graders) to join us July 16-22, 2022, as we participate in Group Week of Hope mission trip to San Diego, CA.
Group has a week of intentional mission work in local communities planned as time at the beaches. For more info on the trip or joining the PhLY community, email phlyministry@gmail.com.
Read MoreA new cohort of Stewardship for All Seasons begins May 21, 2022. This year’s program is subsidized significantly by the last year of our Lilly 3E grant and other donors. For more info, view our web page or PDF.
We highly recommend that congregations that participated in Beginning a Culture of Generosity consider signing up for this last cohort of SAS. Scholarships are also be available for second year SAS congregations. If you have questions or want to sign up, please contact Pr. Miguel Gomez-Acosta.
Read MoreAll members of the Grand Canyon Synod are invited to participate in the Diakonia Graduation, Thursday, 6/2/2022, 5pm MST/PDT, 6pm MDT. Register for the Diakonia graduation here. Congratulations to:
James Cleven, Sierra Evangelical Lutheran, Sierra Vista
Norman Engstrom, Mt. Zion Lutheran, Tucson
Cynthia Guenthner, Saint Andrew Lutheran, Phoenix
Deborah Martin, Mt. Zion Lutheran, Tucson
Richard Yeager, Beautiful Savior Lutheran, Tucson
Read their testimonies in this post.
Read MoreGeneral Secretary visits Tanzania
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Germany: With heart and mind – doing what is necessary for the people of Ukraine
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Read MoreCamp ALOMA, Prescott, is looking for male and female counselors for summer camp, 18 to 25 years old. Come have some fun this summer! Please contact us to learn more about dates and pay: office@campaloma.com, 928-778-1690.
Read MoreThere are a handful of spots remaining for the Grand Canyon Synod Holy Land Trip, led by Bishop Deborah K. Hutterer and Rev. Mark Holman.: January 2-11, 2023. View information on the trip here and view a PDF here.
The trip also includes an optional 3-days post-tour excursion to Jordan, January 11-14, 2023. A waiting list will be available for those who try to reserve after the trip’s limit is reached.
Read MoreThe Office of the Bishop has organized an online presentation from the Phoenix Police Department on active shooter or intruder preparedness. Tuesday, 5/10/2022, 5pm MST/PDT, 6pm MDT. Click here to register.
Detective Bradley Calender with the Phoenix Police Department will present.
Read MoreThis week, we celebrate two retired rostered ministers. Deacon Glenda Blegan celebrates 16 years of ordination on April 2, and Rev. Adele Resmer celebrates 35 years of ordination on April 5.
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